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nwhitmire · 20 February 2008, 02:40 AM

Has anyone ever purchased from a seller on Timezone.com?

I've been talking with a guy about a possible purchase, however after reading "DoxaDavid"'s post of the scam that took him I am really leary as to what to do.

I've tried to check out the seller as best I can but I just don't know.

I think the price of the watch is a good deal but not sure if I should take the risk.

I'd prefer a local deal, but there just doesn't seem to be any good Rolex's in my area that are good deals.

Thanks for the help

The seller is "jack alvarez" "[email protected]" it that sets off any red flags in anyone's mind.

Thanks again

kcmo · 20 February 2008, 02:43 AM

Have you searched for references on TZ's sister site, watchnet? Go to the 'Good Guys' section and see if you can find any refs. Good luck!

scottschoe · 20 February 2008, 02:45 AM

Find a seller with transaction references who are longtime posters on TZ.

mike · 20 February 2008, 02:46 AM

I have. As with anything due diligence is the order of the day and then sometimes..... Mine have been from well respected collectors and were very smooth.

Good luck.

frostie · 20 February 2008, 02:47 AM

Good luck with the search and i hope that you'll find a good dealer and somebody that will offer you a smooth transaction

Dan Pierce · 20 February 2008, 03:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

I have. As with anything due diligence is the order of the day and then sometimes..... Mine have been from well respected collectors and were very smooth.

Good luck.

I've had sucess with a few purchases from TZ as well.

I don't know the seller in question, sorry.
Good luck,

dP

applebook · 20 February 2008, 07:16 AM

Ask for scans. Despite the good feedback from some sellers, I've discovered that many tend to have skewed or at least very liberal definitions on the condition of their watches.

"95%" condition ain't what one might expect.

I've purchased probably over a dozen watches from the TZ sales corner over the years and have generally been quite satisfied.

Ed Rooney · 20 February 2008, 07:33 AM

I bought twice from a good guy on TZ. No problems.

flumazenil · 20 February 2008, 07:58 AM

What watch are you looking for? I have a GMT TT Ceramic for sale and I'm in Texas and could possibly meet you if this is a watch you are interest in.

bgriz · 20 February 2008, 10:55 AM

Jack has done many deals, do a search under his name at TZ. He also is on WN as a good guy. However, he does not take pics which is why I would be hesitant unless I could do a f2f deal. Good luck.

BLSampson · 20 February 2008, 12:08 PM

Have a TRF member go by the location and physically look at the watch. I did with another company and it worked out well. I received a new crystal in the process thanks to a fellow TRF member.

Mrdi · 20 February 2008, 12:15 PM

Time Zone doesn't equate to Craig's list, but you must do your homework

LawMan · 20 February 2008, 12:32 PM

jack alvarez in california is a good guy. read the good guy comments on watchnet.

walds11 · 20 February 2008, 08:29 PM

Right on.

Quote:

Originally Posted by scottschoe

Find a seller with transaction references who are longtime posters on TZ.

20 February 2008, 02:40 AM	#1
nwhitmire "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Nathan Location: Texas Watch: Rolex Sub/Date Posts: 56	Finding the right seller Timezone.com Has anyone ever purchased from a seller on Timezone.com? I've been talking with a guy about a possible purchase, however after reading "DoxaDavid"'s post of the scam that took him I am really leary as to what to do. I've tried to check out the seller as best I can but I just don't know. I think the price of the watch is a good deal but not sure if I should take the risk. I'd prefer a local deal, but there just doesn't seem to be any good Rolex's in my area that are good deals. Thanks for the help The seller is "jack alvarez" "[email protected]" it that sets off any red flags in anyone's mind. Thanks again Last edited by nwhitmire; 20 February 2008 at 02:43 AM.. Reason: added name of seller

20 February 2008, 02:45 AM	#3
scottschoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CA Posts: 3,295	Find a seller with transaction references who are longtime posters on TZ. __________________ __________________

20 February 2008, 02:47 AM	#5
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Good luck with the search and i hope that you'll find a good dealer and somebody that will offer you a smooth transaction __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

20 February 2008, 07:16 AM	#7
applebook "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: vancouver Posts: 1,918	Ask for scans. Despite the good feedback from some sellers, I've discovered that many tend to have skewed or at least very liberal definitions on the condition of their watches. "95%" condition ain't what one might expect. I've purchased probably over a dozen watches from the TZ sales corner over the years and have generally been quite satisfied. __________________

20 February 2008, 10:55 AM	#10
bgriz 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Brian Location: Chicagoland Watch: ing the markets Posts: 2,194	Jack has done many deals, do a search under his name at TZ. He also is on WN as a good guy. However, he does not take pics which is why I would be hesitant unless I could do a f2f deal. Good luck. __________________ 126600 SD43 Red 126710BLRO GMT II PEPSI 178274 Midsize DJ Rhodium/Roman- Hers 126334 DJ41 in blue, fluted, on jubilee 116509 Daytona WG Panda 114060 Sub no date 126621 YM Chocolate dial Root Beer 126710BLNR Batman 126613LB Bluesy 126711CHNR GMT II Root Beer

20 February 2008, 02:43 AM	#2
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Have you searched for references on TZ's sister site, watchnet? Go to the 'Good Guys' section and see if you can find any refs. Good luck!

20 February 2008, 02:46 AM	#4
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I have. As with anything due diligence is the order of the day and then sometimes..... Mine have been from well respected collectors and were very smooth. Good luck.

20 February 2008, 07:33 AM	#8
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	I bought twice from a good guy on TZ. No problems.

20 February 2008, 07:58 AM	#9
flumazenil "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Texas Watch: Tog TT GMT TT SD4K Posts: 600	What watch are you looking for? I have a GMT TT Ceramic for sale and I'm in Texas and could possibly meet you if this is a watch you are interest in.

20 February 2008, 12:08 PM	#11
BLSampson "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bryan Location: Kansas City, MO Watch: TT Blue Submariner Posts: 930	Have a TRF member go by the location and physically look at the watch. I did with another company and it worked out well. I received a new crystal in the process thanks to a fellow TRF member. __________________ Yoboman "People sleep safely in their beds at night because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf."

20 February 2008, 12:15 PM	#12
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	Time Zone doesn't equate to Craig's list, but you must do your homework

20 February 2008, 12:32 PM	#13
LawMan "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Another Planet Posts: 228	jack alvarez in california is a good guy. read the good guy comments on watchnet.

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